When you are looking for inshore fishing action in the St Petersburg area, you need look no further. St Petersburg Fishing Guide Capt. Jim is a native-born angler who has put his 20 years of knowledge and skills on the local waters to work, making him the choice for sport fishing anglers from all over the world, fishing television producers, sports stars, and celebrities seeking saltwater thrills. More about Capt. Jim
St Petersburg Fishing Charter
St Petersburg area fishing provides quality trips for both inshore fishing charters as well as beach stalking the annual Tarpon migration. Speckled with grass flats, waterways, night Snook fishing opportunities, and exceptional scenery St Pete offers a dream day on the water. Our St Petersburg Fishing Charter services are second to none.
Whether targeting fish on light tackle or fly, this area has all of the popular inshore game species that has made Florida the fishing capital of the world. Exceptional sight fishing combined with known productive pockets lends itself to be the premiere destination for Tampa area visitors. The best thing about St. Pete is that your day doesn’t end on the water. Surrounded by classic Florida seafood restaurants and modernly accessorised beach access points, your time in St. Pete is going to be time well spent. Kick off this adventure right with a private fishing charter with us!
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Capt. Jim Lemke has been featured in many worldwide television shows like ESPN2 Inshore Angler and Urban Angler along with many local shows like Hooked on Fishing with Capt. Bill Miller, The Average Angler and the 47 Fish Finder with many more.
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St Petersburg Inshore Fishing Guide
St Petersburg is part of one of the largest saltwater estuaries in the world and it is home to some of the most exciting inshore fishing on the planet. Redfish, trout, snook, tarpon, snook, sheepshead, cobia, several species of sharks and many other types of fish call Anna Maria Island their home. Our primary targets while fishing the flats of St Petersburg are Redfish, Snook and Sea trout and they can be caught in a variety of ways. They can be targeted with live bait, artificial lures, by fly fishing. Learn More – Inshore Fishing Charters
St Petersburg Tarpon Fishing Guide
This is by far the single most exciting thing you can do on the water! Warm weather, crystal clear water, and big game fish! Imagine cruising along the beach at sunrise looking for powerful fish that weigh up to 200lbs. Once we’ve spotted them, we move in quietly to present a bait, a 100lb fish eats it and leaps into the air! You hold onto the rod for dear life as the Silver King hits the water and attempts to rip 300 yards of line off of the real at a breakneck pace.
Tarpon invade St Petersburg by the 10’s of thousands during the months of May, June, and July. St Petersburg is home to one of the largest Tarpon migrations in the world as they come here to gorge themselves in preparation for spawning. We take advantage of this opportunity every summer as we chase the mighty tarpon. Learn More – Tarpon Fishing Charters
St Petersburg Fly Fishing Guide
If you like flinging flies, you’ve come to the right place! Capt. Jim has been running St Petersburg fly fishing charters for 20+ years. Fly fishing has always been a passion for Jim and he loves sharing his experiences and expertise with both avid and novice fly anglers alike.
Capt. Jim has a dedicated fly fishing boat and it’s a good one. It’s a Maverick HPX and it’s specifically designed for poling anglers around on the shallowest flats possible. Fly anglers will find themselves right at home with the roomy front deck designed to give you an unmatched platform for presenting a fly. Learn More – Fly Fishing Charters